I don't have experience with these particular saws, but I did have a Delta
Shopmaster 10" single-compound dual miter saw. It was about $140, IIRC, and
it was surprisingly capable for it's price. That said, it left some things
to be desired and so I sold it (along with the custom built stand I made for
it). Now I have the 12" dual-bevel, dual-miter compound miter saw from
DeWalt. It is a dream to use and by far the best miter saw I've ever used
(#4 at this point). It was (and still is, I believe) $349 with free
shipping at www.northwestpowertools.com At the time I got it, it came with
a 6" DeWalt random orbital sander, which I haven't even used, honestly.
Even without it, I think it is well worth the price.

Mike


"eric" wrote in message
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I am looking to replace my Ridgid 12" miter saw with the delta 36-312
model,
I was considering the dewalt 705S but since both the delta and the dewalt
are the same price ~$299 and delta is now offering a $50 rebate I am
leaning
towards delta, anybody seen / used the delta / dewalt models and care to
comment on either ?